Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 11/03/2026 Ontec has a diverse team made up of innovative and competent individuals. The company not only drives performance for employees to excel on a professional and personal level but rewards this performance. People here are satisfied, challenged and happy, which makes it a perfect working environment. Job Description The Strategic Projects will serve as the driving force behind the company’s large-scale, long-term projects. This individual will own the full project lifecycle — from strategic scoping and stakeholder alignment through to delivery and performance review — ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. This is a senior leadership role with direct influence on the company’s revenue growth and strategic positioning in the water and electricity sector. Requirements Lead and manage multiple large-scale, high-revenue water and electricity infrastructure projects from inception to completion Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success metrics in alignment with organisational strategy Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, risk registers, and resource plans Monitor project performance against KPIs and take corrective action as required Strategic Planning & Business Development Identify and develop opportunities for new strategic projects aligned to the company’s growth objectives Support business development efforts including tendering, proposal writing, and client presentations Contribute to long-range planning and the prioritisation of the project pipeline Stakeholder & Client Management Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, government bodies, utility providers, and subcontractors Serve as the primary point of contact for key project stakeholders Manage expectations, resolve disputes, and ensure high levels of client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle Team & Resource Management Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams across engineering, procurement, and operations Oversee subcontractor and vendor performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Governance & Compliance Ensure all projects comply with relevant South African legislation, industry standards, and environmental regulations Prepare and present comprehensive project status reports, financial forecasts, and risk assessments to senior leadership Maintain accurate project documentation in line with quality management systems Qualifications & Experience Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, or related discipline) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Additional qualifications in Business Administration, Construction Management, or Project Management advantageous Experience Minimum 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in senior/lead capacity Proven trackrecord managing high-value infrastructure projects in the water and/or electricity engineering sector Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-year, multi-stakeholder projects Experience in the South African public sector and municipal client environment highly advantageous Competence & Skills Strong strategic thinking and commercial acumen Exceptional leadership and people management capabilities Advanced proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, or similar) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments with confidence and diplomacy High level of financial literacy — budget management, forecasting, and cost control Strong problem-solving ability and resilience under pressure Commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability What we require from candidates applying: Detailed CV and include a motivation profile highlighting your skills, highest achievement and a short message telling us why we should consider you for this job. Driver’s license and own vehicle. Supporting documents and certified proof of qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr